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Eurovision boycott 2026: The future of Eurovision 2026 is becoming increasingly uncertain as Spain has announced it will withdraw from the contest if Israel is allowed to participate.Spain Joins Growing Boycott of Eurovision 2026 Over Israel’s InclusionRTVE, Spain’s national broadcaster, confirmed the decision following a vote by its Board of Directors, as per a report. The agreement passed with ten votes in favour, four against, and one abstention, as per The Express report. Spain’s Withdrawal Carries Extra Weight as a ‘Big Five’ MemberThis move is especially significant as Spain is one of the “Big Five” countries, alongside France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy, that contribute the most financially to the event, as per the report.ALSO READ: Marc Weinstock steps down as Paramount’s marketing president amid executive reshuffleIreland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands Also Threaten Eurovision BoycottSpain now joins Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands, which have all said they will not take part in next year’s song contest if Israel is included, according to The Express.Live EventsSlovenia’s broadcaster, RTVSLO, has also confirmed its stance to withdraw under the same conditions, as per the report.Ireland’s broadcaster, RTÉ, issued a statement last week saying, “It is RTÉ’s position that Ireland will not take part in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, if the participation of Israel goes ahead, and the final decision regarding Ireland’s participation will be made once the EBU’s decision is made,” as quoted by The Express.ALSO READ: Private student loan rates fall – here’s why now is the time to apply before rates riseRTÉ added that, “RTÉ is also deeply concerned by the targeted killing of journalists in Gaza, the denial of access to international journalists to the territory, and the plight of the remaining hostages,” as quoted in the report.Over 70 Former Contestants Called for Israel’s Ban from Eurovision This YearEarlier this year, more than 70 former Eurovision contestants signed a letter calling on organisers to ban Israel from the 2025 competition, as per The Express report.Austria to Host Eurovision 2026 Amid Growing ControversyWhile Austria won this year’s edition of Eurovision and is set to host the annual singing competition in Vienna in May 2026, the growing list of countries threatening to withdraw is casting doubt over how or even if the event will go ahead as planned.FAQsWhy is Spain threatening to pull out of Eurovision 2026?Spain’s broadcaster RTVE voted to withdraw if Israel is allowed to participate in the contest, as per The Express report.Which other countries are taking a similar stance?Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands have also said they’ll withdraw if Israel competes.Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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